Bethlehem Vision
SERVE
Jesus said: “The Son of Man came not to be served but to
serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mark 10:45
Since the name Bethlehem means in Hebrew, “House of Bread,”
we gather to be served and to serve in response to God's love. God
serves us His Word of hope and nourishes us with His Sacraments of Holy Baptism
and Supper. Being fed, we are equipped to practice compassion and justice,
as we engage and train young and old our core values to
make a difference in the world, beginning at home and in the workplace!
SHINE
Jesus said: “Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your
good works, and give glory to your Father in heaven” Matthew 5:16
We reflect the goodness and mercy of God by showing we are
Christians by our various languages of love! We shine in love by acts of
service, gift-giving, physical presence, quality time, and words of
affirmation.
SHARE
Saint Paul said, “Live a life
worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in
every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, being
strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you
may have great endurance and patience, and giving joyful thanks
to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the
inheritance of his holy people in the kingdom of light.” Colossians 1: 10-12
We exist to encourage and equip people to be sent out into the
world as everyday missionaries in our community, communicating the personal
faith our Lord has blessed us with!